Assistant

Multi-Tasking Assistant

Weekdays M-F 7:30am - 2:00pm, 1-2 days per week until 3 PM $20/hr

Position Overviews

We’re looking for a reliable, friendly, and detail-oriented individual to join us for dynamic roles that involve caregiving for the disabled company owner (Amanda) and small business management for our company, Zebra Love Co., which will be launching this year. The position will include household management, caregiving, cooking, laundry, administrative assistance, customer service, photoshop, inventory management, shipping, social media management, and helping get our company started.

This is perfect for an individual who thrives in a creative environment, enjoys a variety of tasks, and works in a friendly and calm manner.

A significant part of the position also includes collaborating on art and design projects to help develop new products. It also involves household management, cooking, light laundry, and light house work while working in the company owner’s home in Hudson.

Our company, Zebra Love Company, is an online retail business specializing in gifts, clothing, and home items. We are passionate about making a difference, donating 20% of our profits to support individuals with rare and chronic illnesses.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming environment for all employees. We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences strengthen our team and enhance our ability to serve our customers and community.

Key Responsibilities

Caregiving for the Company Owner:

• Provide personal care support, including cooking, feeding, showering, personal needs, changing bedding, laundry, and dressing. No lifting required. Needs to be able to get down on the floor at times.
• Assist with many various small tasks throughout the day (e.g., fetching items, setting things up,) to make daily life easier.
• Make phone calls and organize household and personal tasks
• Create a comfortable atmosphere during interactions, and be genuinely helpful and supportive.
• Create a peaceful quiet environment when the company owner is not feeling well and be quietly helpful and proactive.
• You do not need to have past experience with caregiving, but it is an integral part of the job.

Art & Product Development

• Collaborate on creative projects, including product design and development.
• Work with Photoshop and other design tools to help create unique, art-focused products.

Inventory Management and Returns:

• Organize, track, and update inventory.
• Process and manage returns efficiently, ensuring accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Customer Service:

• Communicate professionally and warmly with customers via email and phone.
• Resolve inquiries and issues with empathy and efficiency.

Shipping and Logistics:

• Package and prepare items for shipment.
• Ensure accurate labels and timely deliveries.

Social Media Management:

• Write engaging posts and interact with followers.
• Create or edit graphics using Photoshop or similar tools.

General Administrative Tasks:

• Use basic math and computer skills for tracking and reporting.
• Manage multiple priorities and stay organized across tasks.

Key Qualities & Skills

• Friendly & Easy to Talk To: Approachable, positive, empathetic, and genuinely positive about the job. Calm and confident to create a relaxed environment.
• Attentive and willing to help with small things throughout the day
• Flexibility to adapt with changes
• Trustworthy and honest
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in caregiving, administrative tasks, and creative projects.
• Problem-Solving: Finds creative, resourceful solutions to challenges. Doesn't give up and communicates if necessary.
• Proactivity: Takes initiative, is engaged during all work hours, and follows through on tasks without micromanagement. Is not distracted by devices while on the job. Keeps lines of communication open.
• Communication Skills: Writes clearly, speaks professionally (with customers or on phone calls), and actively listens.
• Punctuality & Reliability: Consistently shows up on time and follows through on commitments and work hours.
• Social Awareness & Helpfulness: Understands when quiet support is needed and helps proactively without needing detailed direction.
• Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for mistakes and learns from them.
• Creativity: Enjoys contributing to art and design projects, bringing fresh ideas to product development.
• Time Management: Balances multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Tech Skills: Proficient in basic computer tools (e.g., email, spreadsheets, folders, documents) and Photoshop or similar software (preferred). On the job training can be provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience cooking
• Basic computer and math skills
• Photoshop or graphic design experience is a strong plus.
• Experience in customer service, running a small business, or administrative roles is a plus
• Familiarity with inventory systems, shipping tools, or website management is also a plus
• Candidates with college degrees or in college will also be prioritized

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Earned sick leave
• Part-time consistent schedule
• Opportunity to collaborate on art and design projects while learning and growing in multiple skill areas.
• Role has potential to grow with the company

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a letter of intent to explaining why you’re interested in this role, how your experience fits the job description, and why you think you’d be a great fit for our team. Candidates who demonstrate friendliness, strong writing skills, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and an interest in art and design will be prioritized. In your letter, we would also like you to answer the question: “what do you do in your spare time because you enjoy it?” Please address your letter to Amanda.

Hiring Process

• Please send us your application with your résumé and letter.
• If we are interested we will contact you and set up a 15 minute zoom call.
• If the zoom call goes well we will ask for your references and set up an in person interview for one hour. During that hour we’ll ask some questions and have you solve some business, math, and writing problems that relate to the job.
• If all goes well, we’ll have you come to work for a day with us and see if it's a good fit. If it is, we will fill out paperwork to get started.
• After hiring we will evaluate after a month to make sure everything is still going well.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.5 – 34.5 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Morning shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hudson, OH 44236 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20